CHATTANOOGA (WRCB) - Starting November 1, parents wanting their children to attend one of the following magnet schools in Hamilton County can submit an application for the 2013-2014 school year:
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Barger Academy (K-5)
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Battle Academy (K-5)
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Brown International Academy (K-5)
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Center for Creative Arts (6-12) (audition required)
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Donaldson Environmental Science Academy (K-5)
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East Lake Academy (6-8)
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Lakeside Academy (K-5)
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Normal Park Museum Magnet (K-8)
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STEM High School (9-10) (accepting 9th grade only)
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Tyner Academy of Math, Science and Technology (9-12) (accepting 9th grade only)
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Tyner Middle Academy of Math, Science and Technology (6-8)
You can find the applications at http://www.hcde.org/ or pick one up at any of the magnet schools listed or at the Hamilton County Department of Education's Central Office beginning November 1
The deadline for applying is January 31, 2013.
Some of the schools will be holding tours for prospective parents.
Contact the school's parent coordinator for tour dates and times.
A public drawing or lottery will be held in February 2013.